The sounds and genres of Christchurch music have been constantly changing over the years, but the sentiment from those making it has not. The award was ultimately won by fellow Christchurch songwriter Aldous Harding, but Mousey told The Star the nomination was the confidence boost she needed. About 30 bands from Christchurch and other parts of New Zealand are on Melted Ice Cream’s label. Said Feary: “The lack of the big New Zealand music industry [in Christchurch] means that the ambitions aren’t commercial, really. And$um said what separates Christchurch’s music scene from others is its supportive nature.

Source: Otago Daily Times March 09, 2021 20:48 UTC